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Bring local history to life for your students.

Give your kids a one-of-a-kind adventure to Charlotte’s past! Join us at the Charlotte Museum of History as we explore the history of our region through a series of interactive journeys. Visit the 1774 Hezekiah Alexander Homesite and our collection of unique artifacts that tell the story of Charlotte’s growth from a sleepy hamlet in the Carolina Backcountry to the major metropolitan city it is today. Your students will experience history up close and personal as they learn about the life of a backcountry patriot in early colonial Mecklenburg, join the American Revolution in Charlotte, learn how to survive on the edge of empire, and more!

We can schedule your field trip Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. We deliver most programs on-site at the Charlotte Museum of History, but we can also travel to your school for a nominal additional fee. Need a program delivered outside of our standard hours? Let’s talk about it!

Please email Mea Agazio, Education & Engagement Manager, at [email protected] for more information.

Ready to book your program? Give us a call at 704.568.1774!

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We're happy to announce that we are now accepting field trip booking requests for the 2023-24 school year! Book your field trip today from the available options, or by visiting our Explorable Places profile. 

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All field trip reservations are processed through our  Explorable Places profile . Explorable Places is an online platform that connects educators with cultural destinations across the country.

When you are ready to book, please call the museum at 704.568.1774, or reserve online via Explorable Places. Please note: if you have not previously booked through Explorable Places, you will need to create an account in order to submit a booking request.

Field trips generally run for 120-150 minutes depending on group size.

Prices may vary depending on your selected program and your school's Title I status, but prices are generally as follows:

• Student: $6-$8/person
• Chaperone: $5/person
• Teacher/Educator (excludes homeschool and non-school groups): Free

To view a specific program's pricing per person, please visit our Explorable Places profile .

Yes! We offer a discounted rate to all schools with a Title 1 designation. When requesting a field trip reservation on Explorable Places , please be sure to select the 'Title 1' option when prompted. 

We offer school groups the use of our picnic area upon request . School groups are welcome to eat lunch/snack after their program concludes in designated eating spaces. All food items must be kept in sealed containers (coolers, lunch boxes, Tupperware containers, etc.) throughout the duration of your field trip. 

Current Programs

Hornets' nest of rebellion, early charlotte (guided homesite tour only), chat with a curator (outreach learning program), hidden history: the story of siloam (virtual program), financial assistance.

We know that the cost of a trip can sometimes be a barrier to visitation for a few of our students. Thanks to a grant from the Charlotte Woman’s Club and a donation from Van & Kay Weatherspoon, we have a small pool of funds available to help offset the cost of a few tickets and make it possible for everyone from the school to attend. These funds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. To request consideration please complete this form and our education staff will be in touch shortly. Please note, these funds are intended to help supplement existing fundraising efforts currently undertaken by our schools and are not intended to cover the cost of an entire trip.

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Contentnea Creek is now open to the public Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. Groups are still welcome to book reservations. Please fill out the form on this page to arrange a group visit or contact Sam Eubanks, [email protected] for more information. Keep an eye on our events calendar and our Facebook page for special events happening at NCMNS Contentnea Creek.

• 949 Contentnea Lane
• Grifton, NC 28530

Through an innovative partnership between the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and A Time for Science, the Museum is establishing two new branches in Pitt County: Greenville and Contentnea Creek.

NC Museum of Natural Sciences at Contentnea Creek, located in eastern North Carolina, provides astronomy education, environmental education and outdoor recreation for adults, children and families across North Carolina. Our field trip programs offer students a chance to move through the trails in the forest or travel through the planets of the solar system in the planetarium.

The Museum's Contentnea Creek location features 380 acres of Bray Hollow Conservancy lands in southern Pitt County. We will be offering regular kayaking, 5Ks and trail runs as well as astronomy programs at the on-site Chia-yu Li Planetarium, nature classes, and much more!

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We feature four distinct habitats that are ideally suited to enhance the fundamentals of environmental science in a controlled setting. Our field trips are correlated to the NC Essential Standards and to the Next Generation Science Standards according to grade level and subject area using academically based curriculum materials. Please fill out the form on this page to arrange a group visit or contact Sam Eubanks, [email protected] for more information.

The lands around NCMNS Contentnea Creek encompass four distinct habitats: stream, forest, swamp and ponds. Each habitat is home to a variety of wildlife. So, tread lightly as you walk the trails; you never know what fascinating creatures you might come across.

THE NIGHT SKY

Contentnea Creek has dark skies and is an excellent place to do some stargazing. You can see the Milky Way! NCMNS Contentnea Creek also features a digital planetarium and public observatory. Both are currently available for small private groups of up to 10 people. Even if it's cloudy out you can explore the wonders of the night sky in the planetarium. Please email Brian Baker, [email protected] for more information.

NCMNS Contentnea Creek provides environmental education and outdoor recreation to the children, adults and families of North Carolina. Enjoy your time in nature by hiking the trails, kayaking down the creek or by having a picnic and letting the kids unwind at the Nature Playscape. We offer primitive camping by prior arrangement. Please email [email protected] for more information.

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Field Trips 2023

Are you looking for a unique and memorable field trip experience for your students or group members? Look no further! Here in the Carolinas you'll find some of the most interesting, educational, and fun field trips around. From exciting outdoor explorations to breathtaking view points to fascinating historical attractions, there is something here that will fit any budget and interest level. Join Carolina Traveler as we explore several several field trip adventures.

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It's electric! Encourage your students to explore their inner Ben Franklin (or Nikola Tesla!) on a field trip to the Catawba Science Center in Hickory, NC.

Catawba Science Center

• 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
• 828-322-8169 Catawba
• catawbascience.org

Catawba Science Center is a non-profit science and technology museum offering rotating hands-on exhibits, saltwater and freshwater aquarium galleries, and a state-of-the-art digital planetarium. Their mission is to change lives and inspire learning through science and wonder! The staff are dedicated to providing a fun learning environment through science experiences.

Interactive and educational school field trips feature grade-specific hands-on experiences in natural, physical, and earth sciences. All programs complement the NC Common Core & Essential Standards and goals. Visitors learn about animals, plants, astronomy, physics, weather, technology, and more. We strive to provide an inclusive atmosphere for people of all ages!

Experience wildlife at the Animal Park at Conservators Center in Burlington, NC.

Animal Park at the Conservators Center

• 676 E. Hughes Mill Road, Burlington, NC  27217
• 336-421-0883
• animalparknc.org

Get a unique view of big cats, wolves, and other exotic animals—often from just 5 feet away! Most visitors experience an “oofing,” the earth-shaking, collective roar of several lion prides. You will be equally enchanted by our smaller residents, including binturongs, singing dogs, lemurs, servals, and other rare species.

You'll find fast cars and the legendary King of NASCAR at the Petty Museum in Randleman, NC.

Petty Museum

• 309 Branson Mill Rd, Randleman NC 27317
• 336-495-1143
• RPMuseum.com

Trace the amazing history of four generations of NASCAR royalty at this interactive museum! Follow the Petty family from their start on dirt tracks to modern-day racing, with memorabilia and artifacts highlighting wins, awards and more. You can even pick up a souvenir in the gift shop for yourself or your favorite fan. Get ready – buckle those seatbelts tight – it's time for an adrenaline-pumping journey through over 80 years' worth of incredible accomplishments!

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Curious minds making thrilling connections on field trips to the Eastern 4-H Center in Columbia, NC.

Eastern 4-H Center

• 100 N Clover Way, Columbia, NC
• 252-797-4800
• eastern4hcenter.org

Come explore the natural beauty and diversity of Albemarle Sound! With 250+ acres as an outdoor science classroom, experienced teachers lead hands-on learning activities for elementary to high school students aligned with North Carolina teaching standards. From the Pocosin forests to sweeping bays, estuaries and wetlands full of wildlife around sandy shores – there's something special waiting at each turn that'll bring curriculum alive in a way textbooks never could. The center's programs are open to public, private, and home-school groups.

Do you find tractors sexy? If so, your happy place will be the Neal Agricultural & Industrial Museum in Trinity, NC.

Neal Agricultural & Industrial Museum

• 5507 Snyder Country Rd, Trinity NC 27370
• 336-861-6959
• LinbrookHeritageEstate.com

Step back in time and explore the wonders of American engineering from a simpler era. See more than two dozen restored John Deere tractors, along with an array of steam engines dating as far back to 19th century. Witness history come alive when you experience the demonstration re-enacting the War of The Currents. And don't forget about shopping for souvenirs at the special gift shop.

A Tiger World field trip will be an experience that your students will never forget!

Tiger World

• 4400 Cook Road, Rockwell, NC 28138
• 704-279-6363
• tigerworld.us

Take a walk on the wild side with our educational tour and get up close to the big cats. Field trips to Tiger World include an interactive program designed around your specific curriculum with age appropriateness in mind. Students can meet the animals, ask questions of our certified Animal Care Specialists, and participate in fun activities while learning amazing things about Tiger World.

Amazing and functional works of art are displayed at the North Carolina Pottery Center in Seagrove, NC.

North Carolina Pottery Center

• 233 East Ave, Seagrove NC 27341
• 336-873-8430
• NCPotteryCenter.org

Explore the deep-rooted history of North Carolina's pottery and its fascinating evolution over centuries. Tour an exquisite collection of 800+ artifacts including photos, displayed thoughtfully to demonstrate the influence that social, technological and economic forces have on this unique cultural treasure. And don't forget – there is a gift shop so you can bring home your own piece of North Carolina culture.

Build a field trip that aligns to your curriculum at Marbles kids museum in Raleigh, NC.

• 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
• 919-857-1049
• MarblesKidsMuseum.org/field-trips

Educationally sound and fundamentally fun! Marbles field trips are content-rich, align with NC Standards and spark curiosity in students. We make it easy to book and simple to coordinate!

• K-5 th – Museum Discovery: Embark on a learning adventure within the museum’s exhibits.
• K-5 th – Museum MasterMinds: Dive into biology, financial literacy, weather, or celebrations around the world with a 20-min. interactive presentation.
• K-8 th – IMAX Documentaries: Get the most out of your visit with a documentary on Raleigh’s biggest screen.
• 4 th -8 th – IMAX Learning Labs: Pair an IMAX documentary with a 45-min. hands-on learning lab that engages students in challenge, choice, and unique activities.

Channel your inner Red Baron (or Maverick) when you buzz the tower at the North Carolina Aviation Museum in Asheboro, NC.

North Carolina Aviation Museum

• 2222-G Pilots View Rd, Asheboro NC 27203
• 336-625-0170
• NCAMHOF.com

Embark on a journey through the skies of aviation history at the North Carolina Aviation Museum. Explore an incredible collection of WWI artifacts, memorabilia and military equipment – from uniforms to vehicles to weapons. Test your flying skills in a flight simulator, check out Orville Wright's Piper J-3 “Flitfire,” and take home some amazing souvenirs from the gift shop. Perfect for groups — call for group rates.

Even the youngest budding scientists make discoveries on field trips to Kaleideum North in Winston-Salem, NC.

• 400 W. Hanes Mill Rd., Winston-Salem, 27105
• 336-767-6730
• kaleideum.org  

Kaleideum makes learning about science a fun field trip with educational programs and interactive exhibits, such as a 20-foot tall tree that children can climb inside to learn about trees, and a fountain that features a four-foot diameter, 5,300-pound granite ball.

Your field trip to the Schiele Museum can include a rewarding mining experience.

Schiele Museum

• 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
• 704-866-6900
• schielemuseum.org

Your class can experience dinosaur fossils, wildlife exhibits, American Indian artifacts, and a trip through space during a field trip to The Schiele Museum and James H. Lynn Planetarium. Customize your visit to include a science or nature presentation that supports the lessons from your classroom, then let your students enjoy museum exhibits, live animals at The Farm, and natural mazes on the Nature Trail. With equal parts learning and fun, your students will remember their fascinating field trip forever! Get the details and book your visit at schielemuseum.org .

Awe-inspiring greetings await your students at the North Carolina Zoo!

• 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205
• 336-879-7000

The North Carolina Zoo is the largest natural habitat zoo in the world! There is plenty of room to roam for both animals and guests, with large, spacious habitats and five miles of shaded walking trails. Located right in the heart of North Carolina, it is an easy and affordable field trip, or overnight or day trip for the entire family. In addition to the amazing adventures with our wildlife, the Zoo offers seasonal activities such as the Giraffe Feeding Deck, Butterfly Garden, and beautiful picnic areas for our guests. These wild experiences are guaranteed to delight kids of all ages.

The United States Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum recounts the actions of heroic Soldiers from the early days of the Parachute Test Platoon in 1940, to the ongoing Global War on Terrorism.

US Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum

• 100 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville, NC 28301
• 910-643-2778

The US Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum (ASOM) retains, preserves, and exhibits, the material, culture and heritage of the United States Army Airborne and Special Operations Forces from 1940 and into the future. Students visiting on field trips to the museum will be able to explore the history of Army Airborne and Special Operations through photos, artifacts and stunning life-size exhibits.

Laughter and squeals of delight can be heard as visitors feed the animals at Wildlife Safari Park in Salley, SC.

Eudora Wildlife Safari Park

• 219 Salem Lane, Salley, SC 29137
• 803-564-5358
• eudorafarms.net

Bring your field trip to the first drive-thru safari park in South Carolina! At Eudora Wildlife Safari Park, guests view and feed exotic animals from around the world from the comfort of their own vehicle. Bring your school, church or other group to enjoy a wagon ride through the safari with a tour guide and one bucket of feed per person. The Safari Wagon Tour takes about 1 hour and the Walk Thru Safari Tour takes about 45 minutes. Eudora Wildlife Safari will custom your tour based on educational needs. Picnic tables for lunch are available at our giraffe exhibit.

You're bound to find adventure here, so get your motor running and head out on the highway to the American Motorcycle Museum in Asheboro, NC.

American Classic Motorcycle Museum

• 1170 US Hwy 64 W, Asheboro NC 27205
• 336-629-9564

Check out this amazing collection of vintage Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, boasting an impressive 45 bikes to explore and admire – ranging from 1936 all the way up to 1978. Shop for souvenirs in their gift shop, or grab a bite at Heritage Diner before you go.

A modeler applies the finishing touches to the Firebase Ripcord diorama at the South Carolina Relic Room and Military Museum in Columbia, SC.

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

• 301 Gervais St • Columbia, SC 29201
• 803-737-8095
• www.crr.sc.gov

The SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum brings to life the role South Carolinians played in every major American conflict from the Revolutionary War onward. Recently opened, their new exhibit ‘SC in Vietnam' impresses with a huge detailed diorama of Fire Support Base Ripcord that took two years for experts at the Wildcat Chapter of the Armor Modeling and Preservation Society to construct – truly an awe-inspiring sight!

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Museum of Life and Science

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A day of discovery for any group.

A trip to the Museum launches visitors into a universe of nature exploration and science learning. With 84 acres of open-ended science and nature experiences designed to spark imagination, creativity, and new ways of thinking about our world, the Museum is the perfect destination for classes and groups of any size.

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School groups

September – May The best option if you’re an in-session school (PreK – 12th grade)

Durham Public Schools

Students free: Tues – Thurs: September – May We offer special prices for groups from the Durham Public School District.

Non-school groups

September – May If you’re a non-school group with at least 10 attendees, non-school group rate is $13 per person.

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June – August If you’re a group with at least 10 attendees, group rate in the summer is $13 per person.

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Coming to the Museum for a field trip? Or need a special program at YOUR location? We’ve got you covered.

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STEM Adventures is designed to incorporate NC state standards from multiple curricula into fun, interactive activities.

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Are you wondering how to get the most out of outdoor learning for your school? Let the Museum of Life and Science help you create engaging and standards-aligned experiences.

Field Trip & Group Visit Admission Pricing

Students: Free Parents/Educators: 1 teacher FREE per 15 students. Additional teachers: $11 in advance with group, $13 individually.* Chaperones: $11 in advance with group, $13 individually.* School group pricing takes place Tuesday – Thursday from September to May.

Other schools

Students: $11 Parents/Educators: 1 teacher FREE per 15 students. Additional teachers: $11 in advance with group, $13 individually.* Chaperones: $11 in advance with group, $13 individually.*

Non-school groups/Summer groups/Homeschool groups

Individual guests: $13 +tax

Train rides

Train rides for all group visitors are $5.50 per person

* Note the start of your field trip may be delayed 30 minutes or more if chaperones pay separately. Collect in advance and enjoy rapid check-in by including chaperone admission in your single group payment.

Group Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance. Submitting a Group Request Form does not guarantee your reservation. Someone from our team will contact you regarding your request as soon as possible. Reservations office hours are Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm

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The Flipped Field Trip

Reimagining the traditional field trip, the ncma has been developing a “flipped museum” model of learning for students across north carolina that prefaces the onsite experience with online engagment to activate and deepen the museum encounter..

One of our signature  Flipped Museum  programs is called Artists in Process, which encourages high school students to explore the creative process by studying artists in our collection through videos, articles, and their own research–all the while reflecting on their own artistic process. As they experiment with different types of media and composition, students select one of three concepts (identity, place, or storytelling) as the theme for their final project. Classes from different regions of North Carolina are paired online and then meet in person at the NCMA for a field trip that builds on their online experience and helps guide them in thinking about their final project.

Daryn Martin, an art teacher at  Arapahoe Charter School  in South Arapahoe, N.C., has participated in Artists in Process twice, each time partnering with  Green Hope High School  in Cary, N.C. We asked Daryn to share her firsthand experience as a teacher in the Flipped Museum’s Artists in Process program:

“Arapahoe Charter School is a K—11, Title 1 School where more than 50 percent of my students receive free or reduced lunch. Many of them are shy and have never traveled to Raleigh. Artists in Process allowed my students to not only travel to the NCMA but connect with another art class from across the state.

“It was really good to get my small-town kids out of their comfort zones.”

“Once students started the online course, my partner teacher and I began to use Google Hangouts for our classes to see each other and communicate before meeting at the NCMA for the field trip. By the third Google Hangout, our students were joking around with each other, and there seemed to be an ease that settled over our classes. However, once we got to the NCMA and they met each other in person, both classes initially stayed in their respective groups. The ice breaker helped warm everyone up before we broke into small groups for gallery discussions in the permanent collection.

“The students were in groups based on the concept they were exploring in Artists in Process: Identity, Storytelling, or Place. My partner teacher texted me that one of my students was talking and sharing in her group. Yay, for minor victories! After the gallery experience, students had time to explore the galleries on their own before all meeting for lunch. After lunch our partner school returned home, and we had extra time at the Museum. My students asked to go into East Building.

“Upon entering, my kids immediately relaxed in the darker setting. They vocalized that they felt better in the older building; it was darker, more of a cocoon. We explored the special exhibits of the modern artists and visited the outskirts of the M.C. Escher exhibit. The students enjoyed the N.C. State Student Exhibit and were blown away by  the electronic piece . We looked at the artistic process of the college students, and I emphasized how those students were doing the same things they were doing: Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, and Improve.

“It was really good to get my small-town kids out of their comfort zones. This experience challenged them to experience new things and communicate with others. While they shared with me that it was stressful, they still enjoyed going to the Museum and seeing all the art. Most of them have already decided which piece they want to use for their inspiration and are excited to start on their projects. While we normally identify stress as being a bad thing, I know there are types of stress that are good for the psyche. My students were exposed to a healthy dose of stress and are stronger because of it.”

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North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA)

Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can explore a diversity of Western art at the North Carolina Museum of Art. The collection has major holdings in European painting, from the Renaissance to the 19th century, American art, modern painting, Egyptian art, Greek and Roman sculptures, and international contemporary art. Other works include African and Oceanic art, and Jewish ceremonial objects. The museum is home to the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park, designed by Barbara Kruger, which features art installations, gardens, trails, a picnic area, and more. Performances and other events are held on-site throughout the year. Be sure to stop by the Sip Coffee Bar or Iris Restaurant after your field trip for a group lunch.

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– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.

– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.

– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.

– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.